New Testament
Caiaphas
The high priest who presided over the trial of Jesus and led the Sanhedrin's opposition to the early church.
Joseph Caiaphas served as high priest from 18 to 36 AD. He is best known for his pivotal role in the trial of Jesus, where he prophesied that it was better for one man to die for the people. He later led the persecution of the apostles in Jerusalem, attempting to suppress the spread of the gospel.
In the text
- Verses
- 9
- Books
- 4
- First appears
- Matthew 26:3
- Last appears
- Acts 4:6
Where Caiaphas appears
9 verses · 5 chaptersIn the same books
- Philip35 versesOne of the twelve apostles of Jesus, often noted for his practical nature and role in bringing others to Christ.
- Judas31 versesA name shared by several figures, including an apostle, a brother of Jesus, and the betrayer of Christ.
- Simon26 versesA follower of Jesus known as the Zealot, distinguished from Simon Peter among the twelve apostles.
- Andrew12 versesA fisherman from Bethsaida and the first disciple called by Jesus, known for bringing others to the Messiah.
- Thomas12 versesOne of the twelve apostles, known for his honest struggle with doubt regarding the resurrection of Jesus.
- Pilate53 versesThe Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial of Jesus and authorized His crucifixion.
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